Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Fun, Not a Financial Solution

At Kings Quarter Consultation, we believe that gambling should only ever be treated as entertainment. It is not a way to earn money, solve financial problems, or generate income. Like any form of entertainment, it carries costs and risks.

We encourage all players to gamble responsibly and within their means. Please only wager money you can afford to lose.

Age Verification

In the United Kingdom, you must be 18 years of age or older to gamble legally. All operators featured on Kings Quarter Consultation are required to verify the age of all players before allowing access to betting services.

If you are under 18, or if you have concerns about a young person's gambling, please contact GamCare for support.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Do you recognise any of the following warning signs in your own behaviour? If so, it may be time to seek help:

• Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
• Gambling with money needed for essentials (rent, food, bills)
• Hiding or lying about the extent of your gambling
• Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
• Losing interest in other hobbies and activities
• Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
• Borrowing money to fund gambling
• Damage to relationships due to gambling behaviour
• Attempting to cut down or stop gambling without success
• Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions

If you recognise these signs in yourself or someone else, support is available.

Self-Help Tools & Player Protections

Responsible gaming tools allow you to take control of your gambling. Most reputable operators offer the following features:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit in a specified timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose over a period of time
• Stake Limits: Restrict the amount you can wager per bet
• Reality Checks: Receive reminders about how long you have been gambling and how much you've spent
• Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from an operator for a set period or permanently
• Account Closure: Permanently close your account with an operator
• Time-Out: Take a break from gambling for a specified period

We recommend using these tools as part of a responsible gaming approach.

Support Organisations & Helplines

If you are struggling with gambling, help is available. The following organisations provide free, confidential support:

United Kingdom

• GamCare
  Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
  Free, confidential support for problem gambling. Includes counselling, self-help tools, and resources for friends and family.
• GamStop
  Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
  A free national self-exclusion scheme allowing you to self-exclude from all licensed UK gambling operators for a period of 6 months or more.
• National Problem Gambling Clinic
  Specialist NHS treatment service for problem gambling in England.

Other Jurisdictions

• Australia — Gambling Help Online
  Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Free and confidential counselling and support.
• Canada — Responsible Gambling Council
  Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
  Resources, support, and information on responsible gambling.
• United States — National Council on Problem Gambling
  Website: www.ncpgambling.org
  Referrals to treatment and support services.
• Germany — Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
  Information and resources on problem gambling prevention and treatment.

If You Need Help

If you believe you have a gambling problem, please reach out for help today. Problem gambling is a treatable condition, and support is available.

Contact GamCare (UK) on 0808 8020 133 for free, confidential support, or visit www.gamcare.org.uk.

You can also visit GamStop.co.uk to self-exclude from all UK-licensed gambling operators immediately, at no cost.

Your wellbeing is important. Please gamble responsibly.